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How To Counter Zetian Using Karrie : Skill Breakdown, Combos, Counter and Gameplay Tips

Mobile Legends Karrie vs Zetian counter guide – how to use Karrie’s true damage, speed combos, and mobility to defeat Zetian in ranked gameplay.

📊 Skill Analysis: Karrie vs Zetian (No Items, Base Damage Only)

🔹 Karrie's Skill Set Breakdown

Passive - Lightwheel Mark

  • 5 stacks → 5% (+1% Extra PA) Max HP as True Damage

  • Example: Enemy with 5000 HP = 250 True Damage per proc

1st Skill - Spinning Lightwheel

  • 250 + 90% Total PA + (up to 150 damage over time)

2nd Skill - Phantom Step

  • 150 + 70% Total PA

Ultimate - Speedy Lightwheel

  • Dual Wield: Basic Attacks hit twice with 50% each, apply 2 stacks of Lightwheel Mark

Total Karrie Combo Estimate (No Items, Base PA 120):

  • Phantom Step: 150 + (0.7*120) = 234

  • Spinning Lightwheel initial: 250 + (0.9*120) = 358

  • DoT (assumed 2 ticks): 2*(150 + (0.2120)) = 2174 = 348

  • Passive proc after 5 attacks: ~250 True Damage

  • Total estimated: 234 + 358 + 348 + 250 = 1190 damage (plus Basic Attacks)


🔹 Zetian's Base Skill Set Summary

(Referencing existing documented Zetian skill data)

Assumed Total Damage Output from Burst Combo (Base Stats):

  • Skill 1 (Tap): 300

  • Skill 2 (Explosion): 350

  • Skill 3 (AOE Burst): 400

  • Passive Procs: 200

  • Estimated Total = 1250 base damage


🚀 Result: Base Damage Winner?

Zetian wins in raw burst damage (1250 vs 1190), but Karrie has the edge in sustained DPS due to True Damage and Dual Wield passive.

Conclusion:

  • Zetian wins in short trades

  • Karrie wins in extended fights due to Marks + DPS


🔹 Best 5 Magic Items + 1 Boots for Zetian to Counter Karrie

Recommended Magic Items:

  1. Glowing Wand - Burn damage scales with HP (effective vs Karrie sustain)

  2. Genius Wand - Reduces enemy Magic Defense

  3. Divine Glaive - High penetration against built Phys Def

  4. Holy Crystal - Burst damage multiplier

  5. Ice Queen Wand - Slow to kite Karrie

Boots:

  • Tough Boots - +18 Magic Defense, -30% CC Duration (helpful vs slows and damage)

Magic Item Combo Estimate for Zetian:

  • Each skill deals up to +30% more from scaling

  • Bonus DoT and Slow keep Karrie from sticking


🔹 Best 5 Physical Items + 1 Boots for Karrie to Counter Zetian

Recommended Physical Items:

  1. Demon Hunter Sword - Shreds HP

  2. Golden Staff - Doubles passive procs

  3. Thunder Belt - True damage + slow

  4. Endless Battle - Bonus damage after skills

  5. Malefic Roar - Physical Penetration vs defense

Boots:

  • Swift Boots - +15% Attack Speed synergizes with Karrie passive

Item Combo Bonus Estimate:

  • Passive triggers faster

  • Additional true damage + slow interrupts Zetian's mobility or positioning


🥇 Final Verdict: Who Wins Overall?

Scenario   WinnerReason
No items, skill-only burst    Zetian     Higher base burst damage
With optimized items    Karrie     True damage bypasses defense
Extended teamfights    Karrie     Sustained DPS and passive scaling
Burst fights in lane phase    Zetian     Frontloaded combo advantage

📃 FAQ: Karrie vs Zetian in MLBB

Q1: Is Karrie a good pick vs mages like Zetian?

Yes. Her true damage ignores defense and shreds HP-based heroes.

Q2: Why Tough Boots for Zetian?

Karrie's slows and CC are consistent. Tough Boots reduce CC duration and help her escape or reposition.

Q3: Can Zetian burst Karrie before she stacks Marks?

Early game, yes. But late game, Karrie’s damage and Dual Wield state dominate if she survives the burst.

Q4: What emblem set is best for Karrie vs Mages?

Marksman + Weakness Finder for poke and slows.

Q5: Does Karrie work well with tanks?

Absolutely. A tank can absorb Zetian's combo while Karrie stacks Marks from behind.


📢 Conclusion

Karrie vs Zetian is a matchup of burst vs sustain. While Zetian may win in initial trades, Karrie dominates over time especially when outfitted with anti-burst and attack speed items. If played smart and with positioning, Karrie can be Zetian’s nightmare.

For players looking to optimize builds, win more trades, and counter effectively, following the computations above and adjusting to enemy lineups will elevate your performance on the battlefield.


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